Theology for Beginners

by Frank Sheed

Book Overview

The acclaimed Catholic writer and apologist Frank Sheed presents one of the most clear and outstanding explanations of the central doctrines of the Christian faith ever written. He starts with a compelling case of good reasons for anyone to study theology, and the wonderful rewards that accompany such a pursuit.

After explaining how God is Spirit, Sheed examines God's infinity and man's creation from nothing. He then covers in depth such...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1621641198
• ISBN13: 9781621641193
• Release Date: June 2017
• Publisher: Ignatius Press
• Length: 197 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.2" x 7.9"

Customer Reviews

This book is heavily underlined.

I understand it is a used book. This copy has most pages with underlining in ink.

READ THIS BOOK

If you want to know God in a more profound way, this is the book to read. Sheed really delivers with his easy-to-understand, explanations about the mysteries of God, the Trinity, Mary and the Catholic faith. There were so many "lightbulbs turned on" in reading this book that I now feel immensely closer to God and more knowledgeable of His plan and His works. This book is invaluable as an introduction to Theology. I am now reading Sheed's "Theology and Sanity", which is a deeper study of the subjects found in "Theology for Beginners"."Theology for Beginners" is a MUST READ for anyone who wants to know God better.

Theology For Beginners

If you are sincere in wanting to learn the truth about the teachings of the Catholic Church, this book is one of the best in giving you the truth in a very easy to understand manner. It takes you below the surface to the real meaning and understanding of what Jesus Christ wanted his followers to understand about Himself and about His Father and the Holy Spirit. I highly recommend it to anyone who is willing to go deeper in understanding the teachings of the Catholic Church, and this is only the beginning.

An ABSOLUTE MUST READ

I cannot give any book higher regard than I do "Theology for Beginners" by F. Sheed. I felt my spirit tingling with joy as I read this book, and found it as much a page-turner as ANY book, fiction or otherwise, I have ever read.Mr. Sheed is one of those rare men who has an immense knowledge, yet can explain it in a way that makes it not only a pleasure to read but understandable as well. He brings to light the three most important concepts in life and theology: spirit, infinite and eternal. When reading Mr. Sheeds explanations of these concepts your view of life will likely be irrevocably changed.If you want to know God, if you think you already know God, if you want to love God, if you already profess to love God, PLEASE read this book. Whatever God-laden yeast you bring to this book it will rise 100 fold into a baker's loaf!Even if you doubt God exists, or think His existence can't be arrived at logically or by reason, read this book because you have a surprise waiting for you.Forgive my exhuberance but I LOVE THIS BOOK - you will to. :) P.S. Also read another book of Mr. Sheed's entitled "Theology and Sanity".

A book that everyone should read...

Sheed's "Theology for Beginners" is an excellent book. It is easy to read, and explains some difficult topics of Catholicism in an easy to understand style. Even if you only plan to read one or two books on your faith, I think this should definitely be one of them.

Powerful...A must read for all Catholics.

Theology for Beginners is the link between the Scriptures and the Cathechism of the Catholic Church. F J Sheed takes his time and explains theology in the layman's language. He constantly references Scripture (he asks the reader to stop and go to the scripture before continuing). He warns the reader of a difficult concept ahead of time so that the reader is prepared and not overwhelmed. Sheed says it best, "The theology which the theologians knows does not nourish the laity until they, too, learn it". Sheed is brilliant.